Sightseeing in Lombok

The white sandy beaches, the splendiferous bays, the cerulear blue sea of Lombok invokes in you the desire to settle for this destination to enjoy a vacation with your friends or family or spouse. Lombok covers an area of about 4,725 kilometre square and is an inherent part of the Lesser Sunda Islands. AsiaRooms.com provides a detailed account of the sightseeing in Lombok, an island located at the West Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia.

Lombok has a lot to offer to tourists, as it is the home to umpteen tourist sites. Stated below are the names of the tourist sites that you can make a trip to during your stay at this island.

  -   Mount Rinjani, Lombok
  -   Tanjung Luar, Lombok
  -   Pura Agung Narmada, Mataram
  -   Sukarara, Lombok
  -   Pura Segera, Mataram
  -   Trawangan island, Lombok
  -   Meno island, Lombok
  -   Air island, Lombok
  -   Tanjung Aan, Lombak
  -   Senggigi, Lombak
  -   Mangsit Beach, Lombak
  -   Coral Fan Garden, Lombok
  -   Frog Fish Point, Lombok
  -   Manta Point, Lombok
  -   Meno Wall, Lombok
  -   Nipah Slope, Lombok
  -   Shark Point, Lombok
  -   The Magnet, Lombok
  -   Pura Lingsar Temple, Lombok
  -   Narmada Taman Temple Complex, Lombok

If you are for more then you can check out the other local sites as well, which are:

  -   Kuta Beach - This beach is situated on the south coast of Lombok. It features a resplendent stretch of white sand, azure blue sea, craggy hills and offers excellent scope for surfing.

  -   Gili Islands - The Gili Islands is made up of the Gili Trawangan Island, the Gili Meno Island and the Gili Trawangan Island. The glinting beaches, the sub aqueous world, the sparkling waters of this island is sure to impress you in all ways. As far as diving and snorkeling is concerned your need to proceed towards the Gili Trawangan (the largest of the Gili Islands).

  -   Mataram - Administrative capital of the province of West Nusa Tenggara and the main city of Lombok is made up of four towns, which are Cakranegara, Mataram, Ampenan and Sweta. It features the Narmada Park, Pura Meru, Pura Lingsar, Mayura Water Palace, a museum and the Suranadi village.

  -   Pura Meru - This Balinese temple, situated at Cakrenagara (the commercial center of Lombok) got built in the year 1720 by Anak Anung Mada Karang.

  -   Suranadi Village - Nestled at the eastern side of Lombok, this village is renowned for its bamboo and lontar leaves. It is the home to the handicraft industry.

  -   Torean Waterfall - Situated in the northern part of East Lombok is one of the most sought after destinations.

  -   Tamjung Luar Fishing Village - Lombok's largest fishing village

  -   Sendang Gile Waterfall - This 75 m high waterfall lies on the northern side of west Lombok.

  -   Senggigi Art Market - For the shopping of products such as, sarongs, pearls and handicrafts this is the place to be.

  -   Sekarbala - Noted for its silversmiths.

  -   Batu Bolong Temple - This Balinese Temple is the ideal place to view the spectacular sunset.

  -   Pensong Hill - Features a temple and offers a picturesque view of the landscapes.

  -   Sweta Market - Is the place where you can buy the rattan belaka baskets, colored fabrics and other sort of handicrafts.

  -   Susu Cave - Situated near the Gunung Rinjani, this mountain has derived its name from the wall, which is milk (susu) white in color.

  -   Sukarare Village - This village lies to the southwest of Mataram and is the weaving center of this island.

  -   Sengkol, Pujut and Rambitan - These three villages upholds the age-old tradition of Lombok.

For local sightseeing you can avail the buses or can rent a car/bicycle/motorcycle.